Understanding the Magic of Spring Skiing and Snowboarding For many skiers and snowboarders, winter powder gets all the attention. But ask seasoned riders when they love skiing the most, and many will point to spring. Longer days, sunshine, softer snow, and laid-back mountain vibes make late-season skiing one of the most enjoyable times to be on the hill. By March and April, most mountains have reached their deepest […] Brains Brent Glogau | March 13, 2026 0 Comments
Brain Post: Why is Fall Hotter Than Spring? A funny thing happens every September. You pull your hoodie out of summer storage, expecting crisp mornings, but then find yourself peeling it off by noon, as the sun feels closer to July than January. The calendar says we are sliding toward winter, yet the air insists on replaying summer’s greatest hits. The flip side of the story shows up […] Brains Clay Malott | May 15, 2025 0 Comments
Spotlight on Mt. Bachelor, OR: RendezVan Festival 2025 As winter loosens its grip on the Cascades, Mt. Bachelor (just outside of Bend, Oregon) once again welcomed a vibrant tribe of nomadic souls and slope enthusiasts for one of the Pacific Northwest’s most anticipated gatherings — the RendezVan Festival. More than just a festival, RendezVan is a celebration of the adventurous van-life spirit. RendezVan blends mountain culture with music, […] Featured Article Nicky Blumm | April 24, 2025 0 Comments
Killington, VT, Weekend Report: Rain, Shine, Mud and Snow Report from April 19 and 20, 2025 We pulled into the Ramshead lot at Killington on Saturday at 11 a.m. It was hot and humid, but not raining. People were skiing in the Ramshead park with T-shirts and Hawaiian shirts, with temperatures pushing over 60 degrees. We scooted on up to K1 and got to the gondola. This was the […] Conditions Report Spencer McLaughlin | April 22, 2025 0 Comments
Alpine Meadows, CA, Hosts 39th Annual Snow Golf Tournament Under Perfect Spring Skies Under a cloudless sky and with sweeping views of Lake Tahoe, more than 300 golf-loving skiers traded poles for putters at the 39th Annual Snow Golf Tournament at Alpine Meadows on Saturday. The springtime classic delivered perfect weather and all the fun fans have come to expect from one of Tahoe’s quirkiest and most beloved events. Related: 5 Places Where […] Martin Kuprianowicz | April 21, 2025 0 Comments
Palisades Tahoe, CA, the Spring Skiing Capital, Announces Skiing 7 Days a Week Through Memorial Day California’s Palisades Tahoe, the “Spring Skiing Capital,” announced yesterday it will open seven days a week through Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, weather and conditions permitting. Known for its vibrant spring events and legendary corn snow, the resort is embracing the season with tailored strategies to maximize skiing quality and guest experience. Related: Palisades Tahoe, CA, Celebrates Spring Skiing with […] Industry News SnowBrains | April 12, 2025 0 Comments
Northstar and Kirkwood Ski Resorts, CA, Extend Season With Bonus Week of Skiing and Riding After Epic Snowfall in March Good news has arrived for ski enthusiasts in the Tahoe region. If they thought winter was winding down, Mother Nature had other plans for the final weeks. The recent storm system that swept through the Sierra Nevada mountains last week has dropped over 2.5 feet of fresh powder, creating ideal conditions for spring skiing. We’re talking fluffy top layers mixed […] Industry News Jack Bynum | April 5, 2025 0 Comments
More Than 20 Epic Pass Resorts Open for Spring Skiing & Snowboarding Check Out the Best Places to Ski and Ride Before the Season Ends Lock in Next Season’s Epic Pass by April 13 for 10 Buddy Tickets Spring skiing and snowboarding are in full swing with longer days, warmer temperatures, and fresh snow still falling. Across Vail Resorts owned and operated mountains, 21 resorts are still open for spring turns, pond […] Industry News Press Release | April 1, 2025 0 Comments
La Clusaz, France, Report: Skiing in the Footsteps of a Legend Report from March 17, 2025 – La Clusaz, France Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, La Clusaz is a resort steeped in both history and tradition, offering everything from challenging terrain to a vibrant, passionate mountain culture. Known for its world-class freeride scene and stunning alpine vistas, it’s a favorite destination for skiers of all kinds. The resort […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | March 23, 2025 0 Comments
Copper Mountain, CO, Extends Season by 2 Weeks Thanks to Strong Snowfall Copper Mountain will close out the 2024-25 winter season on Sunday, May 11 Copper’s upcoming spring events include the Aerie Sunset Ski Series, Peace Out in Central Park, Sunsation, and Slush Rush. This winter season at Copper Mountain in Colorado has been one for the books–and the good news keeps coming. The resort will stay open two weeks longer than […] Industry News SnowBrains | March 13, 2025 0 Comments
The 6 Best Spring Skiing Resorts in North America Spring skiing is a sacred activity in North America. The seriousness of winter was gradually worn away as skier’s and rider’s furrowed brows soften due to playful spring snow conditions, the skin of members of the opposite sex, and strong alcoholic beverages. In North American ski towns, spring is about renewal, alternate activities, goofy costumes, snowller blades, hot tubs, and live music. Many ski resort offer some sort of combination of the above mention sacred springtime activities but only a few offer up the whole enchilada. These are the chosen ones: […] Industry News SnowBrains | February 22, 2025 4 Comments
These Are the 3 North American Resorts Still Open for Skiing This Weekend And then there were three. Summer is officially here, and most of you will have mothballed your snow equipment, but there are the die-hard fans of all things snow who will not quit until the last resort is closed. Related: Summer-Only Ski Area Beartooth Basin, MT, is For Sale After 2 Tough Summer-Skiing Seasons We looked for our readers to […] Industry News SnowBrains | July 12, 2024 0 Comments
Mammoth Mountain, CA, Adjusts Opening Hours for Spring Skiing As the ski season winds down, Mammoth Mountain, California, is adjusting its operating hours and lift schedule to accommodate the changing weather and visitation patterns. Beginning Monday, May 6, the resort will shift to daily operating hours of 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Related: Spring at Mammoth Mountain, CA: Second Season is Here Additionally, the Rollercoaster Express (Lift 4) will […] Industry News SnowBrains | May 5, 2024 0 Comments
Purgatory, CO, Report: American Spring Skiing at its Finest Report from Saturday & Sunday, April 13-14, 2024 I drove to Purgatory, Colorado, on Saturday, April 13, on the Million Dollar Highway, probably one of the most scenic drives in Colorado from Ouray to Silverton. The road snakes along cliff sides with no guard rails to give drivers incredible views of the San Juan Mountains. The sun was shining without […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | April 21, 2024 0 Comments
Monarch Mountain, CO, Report: Exceptional Spring Conditions Ahead of Sunday’s Gunbarrel Challenge Report from Sunday, April 14, 2024 After extending its season twice, Monarch Mountain, Colorado, will close this coming Sunday, April 21, 2024. With the snowpack at 126% of the average, this season has been incredible compared to the rest of the USA. Related: Monarch Mountain, CO, Extends Season a Second Time Driving up towards Monarch Pass from Salida, it was […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | April 16, 2024 0 Comments
STOKED SPRING: Close Out the Ski Season With a Bang at Revelstoke, B.C. The spring ski season can be one of the most magical times of the year. Lift lines are shorter, the days are long, the sun is shining, and sometimes you’ll even get lucky and score great snow, too. One resort that is famous for its Stoked Spring is Revelstoke Mountain Resort in British Columbia, Canada. If you’re unconvinced that spring […] Featured Article Lucy Ferneyhough | April 3, 2024 0 Comments
Red River Ski Area, NM, Report: Your New Favorite Mountain Town Report from Saturday March 23, 2024 Skiing Red River Ski Area is located four and a half hours south of Denver. Only 8 air miles from its larger neighbor Taos, this is an area I’ve been dreaming to ski. During the drive in, it quickly became apparent Red River was different. Red River, New Mexico, is quaint town tucked into […] Conditions Report Brett Ploss | March 27, 2024 0 Comments
Have Your Best Spring Break Ever at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY Coming off well over 130 inches of snowfall in February, 68 inches the first week of March, and more than 395 inches for the season, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Wyoming, is set for a memorable spring season this March and April. The resort has a full calendar of activities, including a music festival, après ski, great snow, and some […] Featured Article Brent Glogau | March 6, 2024 0 Comments
Trip Report: 12,871′ Mount Johnson, CA – “North Couloir” Report from June 15, 2023 We’ve had terrible weather in the Eastern Sierra since Saturday. Rain, snow, thunderstorms, lots of clouds. We waited out the storms, then gave the snowpack two days to adjust to all the rain, hail, and new snow. We returned yesterday hoping for a good overnight freeze and smooth corn skiing. We were wrong. The snow […] Trip Report Miles Clark | June 16, 2023 1 Comment
A Photo Tour of the Buried Houses of Mammoth Lakes, CA | Spring 2023 Photos from May 2 & 3, 2023 We just arrived in Mammoth Lakes, CA, on Monday, and we cannot believe how much snow is here. The houses are still absolutely buried. Related: A Photo Tour of the Buried Chairlifts at Mammoth Mountain, CA We drove around town today and yesterday and took these photos of the most buried houses we […] Conditions Report SnowBrains | May 4, 2023 0 Comments
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